Fun facts
When was the first speeding ticket given?
In 1904 it was issued to Harry Myers in Dayton, Ohio for going 12 mph.
What is a common front suspension type on modern cars with unibody construction?
MacPherson Strut
What are the two types of Live Axle suspensions?
W/ Coil springs and W/ Leaf springs
What component is weakest in the MacPherson Strut suspension?
The Strut
What did Lamborghini make before cars?
Tractors
What type of Suspension is found in older model Ford vehicles and was not produced after 1999?
Twin I-Beam Suspension
What type of suspension is referred to as a "Double Wishbone"?
SLA suspension
What component is weakest in SLA suspension?
Upper and lower control arms
How long does the average American spend at stop lights in their lifetime?
Two weeks
What type of suspension is most found on Modern trucks?
SLA
Short Arm Long Arm Suspension
In a Live Axle w/ Leaf Springs, what issues can be caused from an impact to the wheel?
Camber, caster and toe
What component is strongest in the MacPherson Strut?
Knuckle
What "key" do most cars beep in?
"F"
What are the 3 components of a MacPherson Strut?
*Upper control arm
*Upper ball joint
*Shock
On a Twin I-beam suspension, Pivot point bushings are susceptible to ________.
Fluid leaks.
Weakest component in the Twin I-Beam suspension?
the radius arm connected from the I-Beam Assy to the frame bracket.
What causes 40% of all check engine lights?
O2 Sensors
What type of suspension is typically found on performance vehicles?
Independent Rear Suspension
What should be always ruled out first when using a tram gauge on a Live Axle w/ Leaf Springs?
a bent wheel.
In which suspension type is the leaf spring the weakest component?
Live Axle w/ Leaf springs